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    This is a supplementally course to the leadership and management course

     This is a half course. The  course hours is 100.

    The expected theoretical hours to be covered 30 hours,practical 70 hours.

    The course aims to equip the learners with knowledge and skills of Paediatric conditions and the management of a well and sick child

    The learners are required to complete 2 tests (20%) 1 case presentation (10%) and a report on field attachment (10%).


    This is a full course. The expected total number of hours 516. Theoretical hours 96 . Practical 420 hours.

    The course enables the learner/s acquire knowledge and skills in integrated reproductive health enable them provide comprehensive services that will meet clients needs. 



    This is a course in neonatology. It is a full course that will run for the whole year comprising of theoretical instructions as well as practical. The expected total number of hours allocated is 80 hours of 20 hours theory and 60 hours practical. The mode of teaching will be lecture method,discussions,Problem based learning (PBL),Peer review,conference,seminar and through the e-learning platform.

    The overall aim of this course is to equip learners with basic knowledge and skills in the care of the newborn with and without complications.

    You are expected to complete four (4) continuous assessments- two (2) tests and two (2) assignments which add up to your final grade.

    You are also expected to do clinical assessments and simulations in selected practical skills.The practical examination is in form of Observed Structural Clinical Examination (OSCE).

    Expected competencies include but not limited to the ability to offer essential new born care.

    COURSE HOURS:               582

     THEORY:                             102 hours

     PRACTICAL:                      480 hours

     COURSE AIM:

     To equip students with knowledge and skills in Integrated Reproductive Health to enable them provide comprehensive services that will meet clients health needs.

     

    COURSE OBJECTIVES

     At the end of the course, student should be able to:

     

    1.      Define the concept of Integrated Reproductive Health

    2.      Describe the components of Integrated Reproductive Health

    3.      Manage clients using principles of PPTCT

    4.      Identify problems associated with Reproductive Health

    5.      Manage and prevent problems associated with Reproductive Health

    6.      Identify and offer appropriate interventions to clients requiring EMONC

     


    THIS IS A FULL COURSE

    COURSE HOURS: 212 Hours

    THEORY:72 hours

    PRACTICAL: 140 hours                                                                                                           

    COURSE AIM:

    To equip students with knowledge and skills of paediatric conditions and the management of a well and sick child.

    COURSE OBJECTIVES

    At the end of the course, the students should be able to:

    1. Define common terms used in Paediatrics.
    2. Describe growth and development of a child.
    3. Monitor the health of the child.
    4. Identify deviations from normal growth and development.
    5. Identify various conditions affecting children’s health.
    6. Apply scientific approaches in the management of children and make appropriate referral.
    7. Apply the appropriate nursing model in the management of patients/clients.

     



    COURSE STATUS:  FULL COURSE

    COURSE HOURS:                176

    THEORY:                 32 hours

    PRACTICAL:          144 hours

    COURSE AIM:

    To equip students with knowledge and skills in Integrated Reproductive Health to enable them provide comprehensive services that will meet client’s health needs.

    COURSE OBJECTIVES

    At the end of the course, student should be able to:

    1.  Identify gynaecological problems affecting women
    2. Counsel women and Adolescent on issues of sexuality, family planning and reproductive health
    3. Manage clients undergoing special gynaecological procedures and investigations
    4. Collaborate with other stakeholders to advocate for gender equity
    5. Manage victims of gender based violence.

    COURSE STATUS: FULL COURSE

    COURSE HOURS:                66 Hours

    THEORY:                              66 hours

    PRACTICAL:                      0 hours                                                                                

    COURSE AIM:

    To equip students with knowledge and skills of Paediatric conditions and the management of a well and sick child. 

    COURSE OBJECTIVES 

    At the end of the course, the students should be able to:

    1. Monitor the health of the child.
    2. Identify various conditions affecting children’s health.
    3. Apply scientific approaches in the management of children and make appropriate referral.
    4. Apply principles of Integrated Management of childhood illnesses (IMCI) in managing a sick child.

    This a full course. The total course hours is 265.

    the expected theoretical hours to be covered 55 hours,practical 210 hours.

    GENERAL OBJECTIVES

    the course enables the learner/s/acquires knowledge and  skills in the management of common medical conditions and provide comprehensive nursing care

    This is a half course. Expected course hours 176. Theoretical hours 36 . Practical 140 hours.

    The course enables the learner/s to demonstrate an understanding of the research process and the importance of research in nursing.

    The learner will be expected to develop a research proposal and conduct a systematic investigation using the knowledge and skills gained

    This is a full course. The expected total number of hours 130. Theoretical hours 60 . Practical 70 hours.

    The course enables the learner/s to utilize the anatomy and physiology of the male and female reproductive systems in identifying and meeting  sexuality and reproductive health needs of clients.


    This is a full course. Expected theoretical hours 53.

    General objective 
     -The course enables the learner/s to prepare and administer drugs safely,identify,document therapeutic effects of drugs administered to patients as well as use legal and ethical regulations related to drugs administration in order to protect clients and care providers.

    Epidemiology for PHN 

    This is a half course it will take 45 hours of theory

     COURSE AIM:

    To equip the students with knowledge and skills that will uphold, and foster professionalism.

     COURSE OBJECTIVES

     At the end of the course, the students should be able to:

    1. Describe the historical development of the nursing profession.
    2. Explore the role of the nurse in health care delivery system.
    3. Explain the professional code of conduct for nurses and midwives.
    4. Describe legislation and regulation governing nursing practice in Zambia.


    This is a half course, it is will take 25 hours of theory

    COURSE AIM: 

    To equip the students with knowledge and skills in nutrition in health and illness

     COURSE OBJECTIVES

     At the end of the course, the students should be able to:

    1. Explain the importance of nutrition to growth and development; and maintenance of health.
    2. Describe the nutritional values and functions of commonly available foods.
    3. Assist individuals and families in managing daily dietary requirements in health and illness.
    4. Describe the methods for preserving, cooking and storing food, and their implications on the nutritive values.


    This is a half course, it will take 40 hours  of theory

     COURSE AIM:

    To assist students understand the characteristics and actions of selected microorganisms related to human health and disease

    COURSE OBJECTIVES

     At the end of the course, the students should be able to:

    1. Describe the characteristics of various microorganisms.
    2. Outline the factors that promote growth and development  microorganisms.
    3. Explain the host microbial interactions in the human body.
    4. Describe laboratory procedures for identifying and examining microorganisms.
    5. Interpret selected laboratory findings.
    6. Apply the principles of microbiology in infection prevention.


    This is a half course, it will take 25 theoretical hours

    COURSE AIM: 

    To enable the students acquire knowledge of basic concepts of psychology in relation to human behaviour.

    COURSE OBJECTIVES

     At the end of the course, students should be able to:

    1. Describe personality development
    2. Identify factors, which influence human behaviour.
    3. Explain the concepts of human behaviour and their influence on nursing practice
    4. Explain the relevance of psychology to nursing.
    5. Apply the concepts of interpersonal relationships to the care of individual, family and community.
    6. Describe perception, motivation and learning as processes of human behaviour.


    This is a half course that will be covered in 30 hours 

    THEORY:               30 Hours 

    COURSE AIM:   To equip students with basic sociological concepts to enable them understand the society in which they are working and the influence of these on human behaviour in health and illness. 

     COURSE OBJECTIVES 

    At the end of the course the student should be able to: 

    1. Define sociology and sociological concepts related to nursing. 
    2. Identify traditional, cultural beliefs and practices which can influence health and illness. 
    3. Describe the influence of social units and institutions on people in health and illness. 
    4. Discuss the influence of urbanisation and Industrialisation on health 
    5. Explain the relevance of sociology to nursing 
    6. Explain  the relationship between gender and health 
    7. Explain factors that contribute to gender based violence 
    8. Explain patterns of care for illness  


    This is a Full course which will be covered in 336 hours  

    • THEORY:             91 Hours 
    • PRACTICAL:     245 Hours 

    COURSE AIM:  

    1. To equip students with knowledge and skill in disease identification, prevention and networking with other agencies in the provision of quality public health services. 

    COURSE OBJECTIVES 

    At the end of the course, the student should be able to: 

    1. Describe public health trends in Zambia, the region and at international level. 
    2. Describe the organization of public health services in Zambia. 
    3. Identify public health problems prevalent in Zambia. 
    4. Apply knowledge and skills in the prevention of clients with HIV and AIDS. 5. Describe the Public health policies in Zambia. 
    5. Explain concepts and principles of Primary Health Care (PHC). 
    6. Discuss the role of regional and international health agencies in health development. 
    7. To equip students with knowledge and skill in disease identification, prevention and networking with other agencies in the provision of quality public health services. 
    8. Mobilize resources for planning and implementation of public health nursing. 
    9. Utilize appropriate public health nursing strategies and interventions to meet the identified needs. 
    10. Demonstrate an understanding of the importance and use of records and reports in the   implementation of health care. 
    11. Demonstrate knowledge and skill of disaster management. 

    This is a  full course which will be covered in 437 hours 

    • THEORY: 87 Hours 
    • PRACTICAL: 350 Hours          

    COURSE AIM: 

    To equip students with knowledge, skills, and attitudes in basic nursing principles in order to provide comprehensive nursing care to individuals, families and communities.  

    COURSE OBJECTIVES 

    At the end of the course the student should be able to: 

    1. Describe the organisation and functions of the hospital and community and roles of various members of the health care team. 
    2. Perform basic nursing procedures.  
    3. Use the nursing process to develop a nursing care plan. 
    4. Document and interpret information correctly. 
    5. Apply nursing theories and models in client care. 
    6. Identify situations requiring first aid management. 
    7. Utilise first aid knowledge and skills in the management of emergency situations. 
    8. Explain the grieving process. 
    9. Describe the procedure for care of the body after death. 

    COURSE STATUS:   FULL COURSE

    COURSE HOURS:

    THEORY: - 100 HOURS

    PRACTICAL: -  270 HOURS

    COURSE  AIM:

    To provide students with a foundation in nursing knowledge, and skills, in order to provide comprehensive nursing care to meet the basic health needs of individuals and families in hospitals and the community

     COURSE OBJECTIVES

     At the end of the course the student should be able to:

    1. Describe the organization and functions of the hospital and the community and roles of various members of the health care team.
    2. Perform basic nursing procedures.
    3. Use the nursing process to develop a nursing care plan.
    4. Document and interpret information correctly.
    5. Apply nursing theories and models in client care.


    This is a full course which will be covered in 97 Hours 

    THEORY: 97 Hours                                                      

    COURSE AIM: 

    To introduce students to basic principles of anatomy and physiology to enable them provide effective comprehensive nursing care in health and illness. 

    COURSE OBJECTIVES 

    At the end of the course student should be able to: 

    1. Identify the structure and parts of the human body 
    2. Describe the cells and tissues of various systems 
    3. Explain the normal physiological processes of the human body

    This is a full course

     COURSE HOURS:

    THEORY:  - 45 HOURS

    COURSE AIM:

    To equip students with knowledge and skill in Pharmacology

     COURSE OBJECTIVES

     At the end of the course, the students should be able to:

    1. Explain the evolution of drug therapy and the implications of the National Drug Policy in Zambia.
    2. Describe the actions, contra-indications and the side effects of commonly used drugs.
    3. Demonstrate skills in calculating, measuring, preparing and administering drugs.
    4. Prescribe and dispense commonly used drugs.
    5. Describe the responsibilities of the nurse in drug administration.

     


    COURSE STATUS:   FULL COURSE

    COURSE HOURS:

    THEORY:              -  40  HOURS

    PRACTICAL:         -  135 HOURS

     COURSE AIM:

    To equip students with knowledge and skill in disease identification, prevention and networking with other agencies in the provision of quality public health services.

     COURSE OBJECTIVES

    At the end of the course, the students should be able to:

    1. Mobilise resources for planning and implementation of public health nursing.
    2. Devise appropriate public health nursing strategies and interventions to meet the identified needs.
    3. Demonstrate an understanding of the importance and use of records and reports in the implementation of health care.


    This is a full course

    COURSE HOURS:

    THEORY: -  90  HOURS

    PRACTICAL:  -  225 HOURS

     COURSE AIM:

    To equip students with knowledge and skills in Surgery and Surgical nursing including basic principles of operating theatre nursing and effects of anaesthetic agents on patients.

     COURSE OBJECTIVES

     At the end of the course, the students should be able to:

    1. Define terms and concepts used in surgery.
    2. Demonstrate an understanding of principles of surgery and surgical nursing.
    3. Describe the common surgical conditions affecting various systems of the body.
    4. Apply the appropriate nursing model in the management of patients with surgical conditions.
    5. Demonstrate an understanding of principles of operating theatre nursing and the role of the nurse in the theatres.
    6. Identify and utilize available resources for rehabilitation of patients, including referral to appropriate organizations.


    This is a full course 

    COURSE HOURS:

    THEORY:  -  85  HOURS

    PRACTICAL:  -  225 HOURS

    COURSE AIM:

    To acquire knowledge, skills and understanding of common medical conditions, in order to provide comprehensive nursing care to clients and their families in hospitals, health centres and community settings.

    COURSE OBJECTIVES

     At the end of the course, the students should be able to:

    1. Describe the common medical conditions affecting various systems of the body.
    2. Explain the management, prevention and control of common infectious diseases in the hospital, health centre and community setting.
    3.  Interpret medical diagnostic investigations and prescribe appropriate interventions.
    4. Apply the appropriate nursing model in the management of patients.


    COURSE STATUS: FULL COURSE

     COURSE HOURS: 222 

    THEORY: 82 hours

     PRACTICAL: 140 hours

     COURSE AIM:

     To equip students with knowledge and skills of common medical conditions in order to provide comprehensive nursing care to clients and their families in hospitals and community settings 

    COURSE OBJECTIVES 

    At the end of the course the student should be able to:- 

    1. Assess clients self-image to various skin conditions and STIs in promoting awareness
    2.  Apply syndrome management principles in managing clients with STIs
    3.  Apply the general principle of management of STIs
    4.  Apply knowledge of legislation and law in order to promote client’s right whilst utilizing community support programs in health care delivery

    COURSE STATUS: FULL COURSE

    COURSE HOURS: 294 

    THEORY: 84 Hours PRACTICAL 210 Hours

    COURSE AIM: 

    To equip students with knowledge and skills in mental health to enable them understand human behaviour and manage clients with mental health disorders.

    COURSE OBJECTIVES

    At the end of the course, students should be able to:

    1. Describe normal human behaviour
    2. Describe abnormal human behaviour
    3. Describe common psychiatric conditions
    4. Manage mentally ill patients
    5. Use family as a primary resource in rehabilitating the patients
    6. Identify resources within the community for rehabilitation of mentally ill
    7. Utilize the available resources in rehabilitation of the mentally ill
    8. Apply communication skills in identifying clients at risk with the family and community.


    This is a full course. The expected total number of hours 130. Theoretical hours 60 . Practical 70 hours.

    The course enables the learner/s to utilize the anatomy and physiology of the male and female reproductive systems in identifying and meeting  sexuality and reproductive health needs of clients.



    This is a full course.  The total number of hours is 206 expected theoretical is 66. Practical 140

    General objective.

    The course enables the learner to demonstrate knowledge and skills in surgery and management of patients with various surgical conditions .

    In this course the learners are required to complete 2 tests (20%) 2 assignment(20%) and 2 clinical assessments (40%).

    COURSE STATUS: FULL COURSE
    COURSE HOURS: 60 THEORY: 60 Hours PRACTICAL:
    COURSE AIM: The Aim of the course is to equip the student with knowledge and skills in the management of clients with medical disorders in the hospital, health centre and community.
    COURSE OBJECTIVES: At the end of the course the student should be able to:
    1. Describe the common medical conditions affecting various systems of the body.
    2. Demonstrate knowledge and skills in creating awareness in the management, prevention and control of common infectious diseases in the hospital, health centre and community settings.
    3. Interpret medical diagnostic investigations and prescribe relevant drugs and other interventions.
    4. Apply the appropriate nursing models in the management of patients/clients.

    COURSE STATUS: HALF COURSE

     COURSE HOURS: 100

     THEORY: 30 hours

     PRACTICAL: 70 hours

     COURSE AIM:

     To equip students with knowledge and skills of Paediatric conditions and the management of a well and sick child. 

    COURSE OBJECTIVES

     At the end of the course, the students should be able to: 

    1. Monitor the health of the child.
    2.  Identify various conditions affecting children’s health.
    3.  Apply scientific approaches in the management of children and make appropriate referral. 
    4. Apply the appropriate nursing model in the management of patients/clients.


    COURSE STATUS: FULL COURSE

     COURSE HOURS: 206

     THEORY: 66 Hours

     PRACTICAL: 140 Hours 

    COURSE AIM:

     To equip students with knowledge and skills in surgery and the management of clients with surgical conditions.

     COURSE OBJECTIVES

     At the end of the course, the student should be able to: 

    1. Discribe the common surgical conditions affecting various systems of the body.
    2.  Apply the appropriate nursing model in the management of clients with surgical conditions.
    3.  Collaborates with stakeholders in the management of patients/clients during emergencies and disaster situations. 
    4. Utilize available resources for rehabilitation of patients, including referral to appropriate organizations.

    This course will introduce learners to concepts of Midwifery and midwifery care

    This course enables the participants to be introduced to concepts of leadership and management.

    The course prepares the learners to take up positions of middle-level management.


    ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY FOR MIDWIVES